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August 20-21, 2018 at Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, Montreal

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The 2nd Music & Cochlear Implants Symposium

August 20-21, 2018 at Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital

Cochlear Implants have proven a very effective treatment for severe to profound hearing loss and for congenital or post-lingual deafness. Today more than 450,000 patients use a CI and congenitally deaf children and adults with an acquired deafness or profound hearing loss are implanted routinely in many countries. While the majority of CI patients achieve good speech perception, many experience a very poor music perception – both self-reported levels of music enjoyment as well as measured ability to discriminate fundamental features in music are significantly lower than in normal hearing subjects. Decades of research and product development on CI signal processing, stimulation and rehabilitation has focused mainly on speech sounds and little on music listening and enjoyment.

The poor music “delivery” in current CI devices stands in stark contrast to the general understanding that music is an important part of human wellbeing and Quality of Life. Recent scientific evidence points at music as an important auditory input for development of the human brain – both in terms of cognitive, emotional and auditory processing abilities. Similarly, throughout time and across cultures music has always played an important role in social gatherings – listening to music with friends, singing in the church or going to live music events is something many cochlear implant patients do not find pleasant.

There is no doubt that music is an essential part of social life, health and general wellbeing – and that substantial research is still needed to give hard of hearing people better access to this dimension of life. This is why we again wish to bring together researchers across the globe to join forces on bringing music to Cochlear Implant users.

Symposium chairs:
Professor Charles Limb, Director of Douglas Grant Cochlear Implant Center at UCSF.
Professor Robert Zatorre, James McGill Professor at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital and co-founder of the International Laboratory for Brain, Music and Sound Research

General information

Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital

Symposium

The symposium will take place at the Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital
3801 University Street (Jeanne Timmins Amphitheatre)
H3A 2B4 Montreal (Québec)
Canada.

The symposium has been co-funded by the Oticon Foundation and will be free for attendants. Due to space restrictions a number of seats will be reserved for presenting participants.

Important dates

May 20Last chance to submit abstracts
August 20-21Symposium dates

Cocktail Dinatoire

The complimentary cocktail dinatiore takes place at Galerie Gora, 279 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal H2X 1Y2 Monday, August 20, at 18:30. The evening will be an occasion to mingle with colleagues.

About Montreal

Weather in Montreal

The weather in August is around 25°C and sunny. Visit the website of the Weather Underground for historical information on the weather.


Accomodation

Accommodations are plentiful and varied in the buzzing and beautiful city of Montreal. For your convenience we have negotiated competitive pricing for attendees listed on the Accomodation page

Languages

Oral presentations and posters will be in English.


Currency

The Candian currency unit is the Canadian Dollars (CAD).


Events in Montreal in August

  • First Peoples Festival, August 2-9
  • Osheaga Music and Arts Outdoor Festival, August 3-6
  • Rogers Cup Professional Tennis Tournament, August 3-12
  • Montréal pride, August 9-19
  • ÎleSoniq, August 10-11
  • International Balloon Festival of Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, August 11-19
  • Fashion & Design festival, August 20-25
  • Mutek, August 22-26
  • World Film Festival, August 23-September 3

To find out more

Please visit the Discover Montreal website.

Music and Cochlear Implants

Cochlear Implants have proven a very effective treatment for severe to profound hearing loss and for congenital or post-lingual deafness. Today more than 450,000 patients use a CI and congenitally deaf children and adults with an acquired deafness or profound hearing loss are implanted routinely in many countries. While the majority of CI patients achieve good speech perception, many experience a very poor music perception – both self-reported levels of music enjoyment as well as measured ability to discriminate fundamental features in music are significantly lower than in normal hearing subjects. Decades of research and product development on CI signal processing, stimulation and rehabilitation has focused mainly on speech sounds and little on music listening and enjoyment.

The poor music “delivery” in current CI devices stands in stark contrast to the general understanding that music is an important part of human wellbeing and Quality of Life. Recent scientific evidence points at music as an important auditory input for development of the human brain – both in terms of cognitive, emotional and auditory processing abilities. Similarly, throughout time and across cultures music has always played an important role in social gatherings – listening to music with friends, singing in the church or going to live music events is something many cochlear implant patients do not find pleasant.

There is no doubt that music is an essential part of social life, health and general wellbeing – and that substantial research is still needed to give hard of hearing people better access to this dimension of life. This is why we again wish to bring together researchers across the globe to join forces on bringing music to Cochlear Implant users.

Registration and abstract submission

Abstracts

Abstracts are submitted via easychair.org(CfP)
The format for the abstracts is around 1 page and we recommend using the headings Introduction, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
The deadline for submitting abstracts is May 20th 2018.

Registration open

The regristration site is open at www.conferencemanager.dk/musicandcisymposium2018.
An additional number of seats are reserved for researchers with accepted presentations and posters.

CI User Music Experience – Video Testimonials

Cochlear implant users can upload video testimonials about experiences of listening or playing music.
Read the full instructions and requirements at http://www.implantsandmusic.net/home/2018b/video-testimonials/.
The dealind for submitting video testimonials is also May 20th 2018.

Invited speakers

  • Mickael Deroche
  • Kate Gfeller
  • Karen Gordon
  • Charles Limb
  • Jeremy Marozeau
  • Andrew Oxenham
  • Robert Zatorre

Programme

Montreal Neurological Institute & Hospital, McGill University

3801 University Street, Montreal (Jeanne Timmins Amphitheatre & Foyer)

Monday, August 20
08:30Arrival and Registration
09:00 - 10:00Opening session
10:00 - 18:00Scientific program with presentations, posters, and panel debate
13:00Lunch
18:30Cocktail Dinatoire
Galerie Gora
279 Sherbrooke Street West, Montreal H2X 1Y2
Tuesday, August 21
08:30Coffee and refreshments
09:00 - 16:00Scientific program with presentations, posters, and panel debate
12:00Lunch
16:00Summary and Closing Remarks

Accomodation

Accommodations are plentiful and varied in the buzzing and beautiful city of Montreal. For your convenience we have negotiated competitive pricing for attendees at three excellent and well situated hotels. Please refer to the information below to choose a hotel that suits you as you participate in the Symposium on Music and CI.

Delta Hotels by Marriott
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Address: 475 Avenue President Kennedy, H3A 1J7

Hotel Information: With fresh and modern design, this hotel is a comfortable and convenient option for a stay in Montreal. Located within the Quartier des Spectacles, Delta Hotels is just a quick walk away from stylish shopping and nearby restaurants at the heart of downtown Montreal.

Reservation: To book at Delta Hotels, please call 1-844-860-3753 to make your reservation and mention that you are part of the “Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital” group. A credit card will be required to guarantee your reservation. You are reminded to book by July 19, 2018; any requests made after this date are dependent upon the availability of the rooms. The competitive rate is for August 19 -20, 2018. The hotel may extend this rate before and after these dates.

Room information: The nightly rate for a room is $210.00 (taxes not included). Check in is at 3:00 PM, and check out at 12:00 PM. The rooms include free Wi-Fi, bottled water, and a sleek workspace. The hotel also features a 24/7 fitness center, a restaurant and bistro bar, and a full service spa. Pets are also welcome (for an extra fee).

Hotel Zero 1
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Address: 1 Boulevard René-Lévesque E., H2X 3Z5

Hotel Information: Discover a stylish urban oasis at Hotel ZERO1, an independent hotel in downtown Montréal’s vibrant Quartier des Spectacles neighborhood. Located next to Chinatown and the business district, Hotel ZERO1 is a short walk from the Montréal Convention Centre, charming Old Montréal and hip bars and restaurants on Saint-Laurent Boulevard.

Reservation: To book at Hotel Zero 1, please call 514-871-9696, or 1-855-301-0001 to make your reservation and mention “McGill University Event”. A credit card will be required to guarantee your reservation. You are reminded to book by July 5, 2018; any requests made after this date are dependent upon the availability of the rooms. The competitive rate is for August 19-20, 2018. The hotel may extend this rate before and after these dates.

Room information:The nightly rate for a single room is $175.00 (taxes not included). The nightly rate for a loft suite is $189.00 (taxes not included). Check in is at 3:00 PM, and check out at 12:00 PM. The rooms include free Wi-Fi, free local calls, queen size beds, a shower, a microwave, and a mini-fridge. Please note that breakfast is not included in the rate, but is available at the hotel restaurant for a small fee. Valet service is $28.00/day plus applicable taxes.

Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile
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Address: 1155 Sherbrooke St. W

Hotel Information:This state-of-the art hotel is ideally situated in Montreal’s historic Golden Square Mile. Sofitel’s close proximity to all of downtown Montreal’s main attractions, including art galleries, museums, restaurants and boutiques, makes it a perfect stay for guests looking to experience Montreal’s cultural attractions.

Reservation: : To book at Sofitel Montreal Golden Mile, please call 514-788-3042 or toll free 877-285-9001 or send an email to h3646-op@sofitel.com to make your reservation and mention that you are booking as a member of the “McGill Montreal Neurological Institute”. A credit card will be required to guarantee your reservation. You are reminded to book by July 16, 2018; any requests made after this date are dependent upon the availability of the rooms. Please note that the Sofitel’s rooms are limited. The competitive rate is for August 19-20, 2018. The hotel may extend this rate before and after these dates.

Room information: Combining French elegance with the very best of local culture, Sofitel offers sophisticated and comfortable rooms. The nightly rate for a single room is $209.00 (taxes not included). For double occupancy, there is an additional $30.00 charge per room, per night. Check in is at 3:00 PM, and check out at 12:00 PM. The rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, plus desks and minibars. Other amenities in the hotel include a fitness centre, and a sauna.

Guidelines for authors

Abstracts

The format for the abstracts is around 1 page with the following sections: .
Abstracts submission is open at https://easychair.org/cfp/MUSIC-CI-2018
All accepted abstracts will collected and formatted for a book of abstracts

 
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    Location: Montreal Neurological Institute and Hospital, Montreal, Canada
    When: August 20-21 2018
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